2024 Community Grants – Now Accepting Applications
Applications for a 2024 Rotarian Foundation of Livermore Community Grant are being accepted now through February 1, 2024. Grants up to $10,000 will be awarded in April 2024.
Before applying, please read the information and download the application from the link at the bottom of this page.
Community Grant Overview
Annually, the Rotarian Foundation of Livermore (RFL) invites community organizations to apply for grants that support deserving projects that benefit our community. RFL grants support the vision of the Foundation and enable us to fulfill our mission. These community partnerships improve the quality of life of Livermore Valley residents.
Vision: The quality of life of Livermore Valley residents is sustainably improved by the philanthropy of the Rotarian Foundation of Livermore.
Mission: The Rotarian Foundation of Livermore awards grants to Livermore Valley charitable organizations, underwrites Rotary projects, and provides financial support that benefit the diverse residents of the Livermore Valley.
Community Grants may be awarded for up to $10,000, depending on the project.
Eligible organizations include:
- Community Nonprofit 501(c)(3)
- Charitable
- Public TK-12 School
- Public Community College
Community Grant Application Information
The application provides an opportunity to demonstrate that the project to be funded shows a commitment to improve the quality of life of Livermore Valley residents.
In the project description, applicants should include responses to the following prompts:
- What important specific need is identified and how will the grant meet this need?
- How will the grant provide for an enduring and extensive community benefit?
- How does the project and its beneficiaries show inclusivity and respect the diversity of our community?
- To what extent does the proposed project benefit youth, seniors, or disadvantaged members of the Livermore Valley?
In addition, the application requires specific information about the proposed project:
- Timeline
- Budget
- Measurable Goals
Funding Exceptions
- It is important that grant awards be used for charitable purposes so that the tax-exempt status of the Foundation is not jeopardized.
- Grant funding may not be used to pay salaries.
Rotarian Sponsorship
- Applications must be sponsored by a member of the Rotary Club of Livermore or the Rotary Club of Livermore Valley. This process will provide the applicant with guidance and ensure that the project aligns with the mission of the Rotarian Foundation of Livermore. Please email [email protected] if you need help identifying a sponsor.
Applications and all supporting documentations are due on February 1 by midnight Pacific Time.
Application Evaluation Process
The Rotarian Foundation of Livermore Community Grant Application Review Committee will evaluate each application and provide its award recommendations to the RFL Board of Directors for final approval. An interview of finalists may be used to determine which beneficiaries will be selected. All applicants will be notified of the award determinations.
Beneficiary Responsibilities
- Beneficiaries are asked to represent their organization by attending the Awards Presentation Rotary Club meeting, at which they will be able to speak briefly about their project.
- Beneficiaries will be expected to support fundraising activities of the Foundation. This support may include attendance at events, providing volunteers at events, promoting events, and donating items such as auction items or in-kind support of events.
- The Foundation requires a Grant Anniversary Report from the responsible person that is to be received at the 12-month anniversary of the grant receipt. This report should describe the disbursement of the grant funds and the accomplishments of the funded project. In addition, for organizations awarded grants over $5,000, the Foundation asks that the organization present the report to the Board in person during a meeting/event at a date to be determined by the Foundation Board.
- The Foundation expects that the grant will be used for the application’s stated purpose and within 12 months from the grant award; if not, the Foundation reserves the right to demand return of the grant.
Please contact RFL Grant Chairs with any questions by sending an email to [email protected].
Download the Rotarian Foundation of Livermore Community Grant Information 2024
